Hyderabad

Hyderabad will host the ICCA Global Summit in January 2027, marking the first time the event will be held in India. The milestone coincides with India assuming the ICCA Chair, boosting the country’s growing corrugated packaging industry.

The Indian School of Business has climbed to 12th place globally in the Financial Times MBA Rankings 2026, up 15 spots from last year. Its PGP programme ranks first in India and second in Asia, highlighting its growing global reputation.

A 1,200 mm diameter Manjeera water pipeline burst in Manikonda, Hyderabad, at 3 am on Tuesday, flooding internal roads with up to four feet of water. The incident disrupted water supply to nearly 10,000 connections in the area.

A rare planetary alignment will grace the skies over Telangana this month, peaking on February 28. Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, and Jupiter will appear in a single row shortly after sunset, visible even without telescopes.

A tiger that traveled roughly 35 km from Chinnakondur forest attacked and killed three cattle in Thippapuram village, Ellantakunta mandal, Rajanna Sircilla district, Telangana. Forest officials are tracking the animal, and villagers have been alerted to stay cautious

Hyderabad City Police, led by Commissioner VC Sajjanar, dismissed a viral social media message about a woman allegedly luring children as fake. Authorities urged citizens to avoid spreading rumours and report suspicious activity through official channels

A man was found murdered near Rainbow Cricket Ground in Kashimbowli village, Moinabad, Hyderabad, with visible injuries. Police launched an investigation, collecting forensic evidence, while the victim’s identity remains unknown and multiple motives, including personal rivalry, are being examined

On his 72nd birthday, BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao received greetings from leaders across political parties. KT Rama Rao described him as his "forever hero," while Harish Rao hailed him as a symbol of Telangana’s self-respect.

A 19-year-old Computer Science student from Telangana was found dead in his hostel room at NIT Kurukshetra. Police said no suicide note was recovered and investigations are underway pending the family’s statement

BJP comes under social media fire for meeting Congress councillors’ family members after Kagaznagar elections, raising questions over ideology and the party’s post-poll alliances.

Inorbit Mall Cyberabad celebrates February with Valentine-themed games, curated gifting, and live music performances, creating interactive experiences and festive fun for visitors throughout the month

Telangana kicks off preparations for fully digital Census 2027, with 90,000 officials to be deployed and strict focus on training, coordination, and complete coverage of all settlements

In the 35 category, Eshwar Sai achieved a double, defeating Bharani 6-2, 6-4 in singles. In doubles, he and Visakh scored a 6-4, 6-3 win against Sriram Alluri and Raghavendra Prasad

Amateur golfers from across the country to compete on a world-class 18-hole course at at Boulder Hills Golf & Country Club

Elections to the posts of secretary and treasurer of the Hyderabad Cricket Association are likely in early March. The move follows suspensions of key office-bearers and a recent Telangana High Court order appointing a new president for the remaining term

Avik Pal wins half-marathon (21.1 km) in the men’s category, while Vishwa emerged winner in the women’s category

A watchman, C Muthayala, was found dead at his Dilsukhnagar home. Family suspects foul play and calls for a thorough police investigation

The BRS is celebrating the 72nd birthday of its president and former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao on February 17. Events include a 72-kg cake ceremony, documentary screening, service activities, and nationwide participation of party cadres and supporters

Hyderabad student Vivan Sharad Maheshwari emerged as the lone 100 percentile scorer from Telangana in JEE Main 2026 Session 1, topping the State even as 12 candidates nationwide secured perfect scores, according to results declared by the NTA

Unidentified persons broke into a house in the Shyamlal Building area of Begumpet and stole 30 tolas of gold, two kilograms of silver and Rs 50,000 cash. The owners had stepped out for Shivarathri. Police registered a case and began investigation.

A tiger that ventured near Vithalapur village in Siddipet returned to a 1,200-hectare reserve forest. Forest officials and veterinarians are monitoring its movements after pugmarks were found and villagers reported growls. The tiger traveled 15 km in the past ten days.

Frequent and unscheduled power cuts ahead of summer have alarmed industrial units on the outskirts of Greater Hyderabad, with managements citing production losses, rising costs and potential damage to machinery, while officials attribute disruptions to preventive maintenance works

Hyderabad Police issued a major reshuffle, transferring 63 Inspectors across law and order, traffic, security, and specialised units. Several SHOs, including those at Charminar, Afzalgunj, and Sultan Bazaar, have been reassigned. Police said the transfers are routine administrative measures.

EAGLE Force and Cyberabad Police arrested three Andhra Pradesh natives for procuring cocaine from Bengaluru and distributing it in Hyderabad. The drugs were transported via bus and bike taxi using dead-drop methods, with 15 customers identified. Case registered against all involved.